We are proud to announce that a number of our attorneys have been recognised in the IP STARS 2026 rankings, a globally respected benchmark for excellence in intellectual property law.
These recognitions reflect the depth of expertise across our team and our continued commitment to delivering outstanding outcomes for our clients across New Zealand and Australia.
We are proud to be recognised in the IP STARS 2026 rankings, a globally respected benchmark for excellence in intellectual property law.
In this year’s rankings, James & Wells has achieved:
- Tier 1 – Patent Prosecution (New Zealand)
- Tier 1 – Patent Disputes (New Zealand)
- Tier 1 – Trade Mark Prosecution (New Zealand)
- Tier 2 – Trade Mark Disputes (New Zealand)
- Notable Firm – Patent Prosecution (Australia)
These firm-wide rankings reflect the strength, depth, and consistency of our IP practice across both New Zealand and Australia.
For our clients, these results reinforce our ability to protect, enforce, and commercialise intellectual property at the highest level across jurisdictions.
Recognised Individuals – New Zealand
Our New Zealand team has been recognised across multiple categories, highlighting both established leaders and emerging talent:
Patent Stars
Trade Mark Stars
Notable Practitioners
Rising Star
Australian Recognitions
Our Australian team has also been recognised for excellence in patent practice:
Patent Stars
Looking Ahead
We congratulate all recognised attorneys on this outstanding achievement. Their continued dedication ensures that we remain at the forefront of intellectual property strategy and protection for our clients.
